How to Make Pan-Fried Butter Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Butter beans, also known as lima beans, are a delicious and versatile legume that can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you’re looking for a simple and satisfying side dish or a hearty main course, these creamy and tender beans are sure to please. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to pan-fry butter beans with savory aromatics to create a dish that’s bursting with flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 (15 ounce) can butter beans - drained, rinsed, and patted dry
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or more to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add beans; cook and stir until slightly golden and crispy, about 10 minutes. Stir in garlic, rosemary, pepper flakes, salt, and pepper and continue cooking until crispy, about 5 minutes. Discard garlic and stir in vinegar.
  • Nutrition

    167 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 373mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 38mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 14mg